Katata Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Enryakuji Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you take a trip to Enryakuji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
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Ishiyamadera Temple

Find out about the history of Otsu when you spend time at Ishiyamadera Temple. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ishiyamadera Temple
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Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
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Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
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Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
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Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Activities

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The Best of Kyoto - Half Day Private Tour

NZ$568
Per adult
The Best of Kyoto - Half Day Private Tour
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From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket

NZ$135
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Bus Tour w/ Kinkakuji Ticket
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Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

NZ$44
Per adult
Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
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1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo

NZ$702
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Kyoto Rail Tour by Bullet Train from Tokyo
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Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

NZ$135
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara 1 Day Bus Tour
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Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide

NZ$586
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Private 6 hour Tour: English Speaking Driver Only, No Guide
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Our pick of the best Katata Hotel Deals

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$82 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$82
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Kyoto
"Located close to train station. Metro and buses are across train station so one has to walk through thousands of people to reach exit (only inconvenience for two senior back packers with sore backs!). Hotel has great amenities and people are wonderful."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$196 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$196
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,519 reviews)
"Nice service and amenities"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (706 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay - thanks 😊"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

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Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$104 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$104
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (975 reviews)
"Very goog hotel. I didn't like the fact that they don't have any room with king size bed. Only rooms with 2 single beds."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$122 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$122
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful! Very nice!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$325 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
NZ$325
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"One of our favorite places to stay in Kyoto. Great central location and spacious room."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Cross Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Katata

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Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto

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